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Edinburgh Reporter
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Edinburgh Reporter
Capital ace Sean saddles up for Tour de France
The iconic Tour de France cycle race begins on Saturday from Lille with an Edinburgh involvement through Sean Flynn's attachment to Team Picnic Post NL whom he joined in 2023. The 25-year-old former Scotland Commonwealth Games rep first became attracted to the sport from watching some downhill mountain biking and joined Edinburgh Road Club aged around 10. Ever since accolades have flowed for an individual noted for multi discipline performances on two wheels. For example in 2016 Sean won British youth titles on road and mountain bike and a year later was national junior cyclo cross champion. In 2018 he struck bronze in the team event at the Youth Olympics. Perhaps his best year so far, however, came in 2023. Having successfully transitioned to the pro ranks Sean won a stage of the Vuelta Espana but there is no doubt Sean will want to impress team bosses over the next three weeks with the Tour starting in Edinburgh in 2027. 'I love the variations in races and the tactics, the options that gives you and the team to be able to do well, by being smart and working well together' he says, adding 'for the racing I really like the team aspect and that really drew me in as I'm a sociable person.' Making the step up from the under-23 ranks to the elite peloton comes with its challenges, setbacks, and hard moments but Sean is aware of what still lies ahead of him, and he's excited for everything that being a professional cyclist encompasses. 'It's all the start of the next step, it's not like I've made it yet. I know it's going to be hard but I'm really looking forward to it, getting stuck in and working hard so that hopefully I can make it all the way to the top.' Joining Sean on the eight rider Team Picnic Post NL rota will be Kelso's Oscar Onley who surpassed himself by winning a stage of the Tour of Switzerland three weeks ago and finishing third overall. One source close to the pro cycling scene said: 'Sean will probably be riding for the other team members but is capable of doing well if he gets into a breakaway on a stage.' Piuro – Suisse – cycling – cyclisme – radsport – wielrennen – Van Den Broek Frank (NED / Team Picnic PostNL) pictured during Tour de Suisse 2025 stage 4 from Heiden to Piuro (Valchiavenna) (193.2km) 18/06/2025 – Photo: Vincent Kalut/PN/Cor Vos © 2025 Like this: Like Related
Irish Post
24-06-2025
- General
- Irish Post
Pope Leo sends blessing to parishioners at Knock Shrine
POPE LEO XIV has sent a special blessing to those who attended a Mass held at Knock Shrine to renew Ireland's consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The Catholic Church in Ireland decided to make the renewal this year, which has been designated the Jubilee Year of Hope. The Mass, which took place at the Basilica of Our Lady in Knock on Sunday, June 22, was celebrated by Archbishop Eamon Martin. Archbishop Eamon Martin consecrated Ireland to the Sacred Heart of Jesus at Knock Shrine on Sunday, June 22 (Pic: Sean Flynn) It is one of a number of events which took place across Ireland this month in the lead up to the feast day of the Sacred Heart on June 27. In honour of the Mass, Pope Leo sent a blessing to those who attended. Archbishop Eamon Martin celebrates the Mass at Knock Shrine (Pic: Sean Flynn) 'His Holiness Pope Leo XIV sends cordial good wishes to all gathered for the Sacred Heart Crusade at Knock Shrine, on 22 June 2025, as Archbishop Eamon Martin renews Ireland's consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus,' the message read. 'His Holiness prays that this solemn occasion will provide a grace-filled opportunity for all participating to deepen their devotion to the merciful heart of Christ, and to grow in zeal for spreading the saving message of the Gospel and promoting Christian charity among their brothers and sisters.' Pope Leo sent a special blessing for all those who attended the Mass (Pic: Sean Flynn) It added: 'Entrusting all present to the loving protection of Mary, Mother of the Church, the Holy Father imparts his Apostolic Blessing as a pledge of joy and peace in our Lord Jesus Christ.' See More: Ireland, Knock Shrine, Pope Leo, Sacred Heart Of Jesus
Daily Mail
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Netflix fans rave over film dubbed 'a masterclass in storytelling 'based on harrowing real events as they're left 'in tears and on the edge of their seats'
Netflix fans have raved over a film dubbed 'a masterclass in storytelling' based on harrowing real events as they're left 'in tears and on the edge of their seats'. Only the Brave, which is based on Sean Flynn's GQ article No Exit, hit our screens back in 2017. The official synopsis reads: 'All men are created equal… then, a few become firefighters. 'Only the Brave, based on the True Story of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, is the heroic story of one unit of local firefighters that through hope, determination, sacrifice, and the drive to protect families, communities, and our country become one of the most elite firefighting teams in the country. 'As most of us run from danger, they run toward it – they watch over our lives, our homes, everything we hold dear, as they forge a unique brotherhood that comes into focus with one fateful fire.' It stars Josh Brolin, Miles Teller, Jeff Bridges, James Badge Dale, Taylor Kitsch and Jennifer Connelly. Only the Brave, which runs for 133 minutes, is directed by Joseph Kosinski and the screenplay is by Ken Nolan and Eric Warren Singer. It is based on the story of the 19 crew members that lost their lives on the Yarnell Hill Fire in Arizona on June 30 2013. The only crew member that survived was Brendan McDonough. Although the American biographical drama was released seven years ago, people are only just watching it on the streaming service, and sharing their rave reviews now. The film has received an impressive 87% on the Tomatometer of review site Rotten Tomatoes, as well as 91% on the Popcornmeter. One TikToker named @eccyreviews said in a video: 'Whatever you're planning on watching next, you need to make sure it's definitely this film. 'I just got done watching it on Netflix. 'It's a heart-breaking true story which genuinely left me in tears.' The official synopsis reads: 'Based on the true story of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, a group of elite firefighters who risk everything to protect a town from a historic wildfire' Many others have taken to Rotten Tomatoes to share their thoughts. One said: 'A film that actually make me feel emotions after a long while.' 'Wow. I don't want to give a single thing away, so wont comment on the plot. This is a must see. The acting, the pacing, the storyline, the character arcs, the production, the music tie-ins, the directing. Everything!! One of my fave's now.' 'A true event made to wallop emotions yet a great movie.' 'True tear-jerker. The movie does a great job of showing what the granite mountain hotshots were like, and what they had to go through. Rest in peace to them. Very well put together, 10/10.' 'Very touching movie with interesting and also sad fates of people, that risked their lives for the others.' 'One of the better movies I have watched.' Meanwhile Netflix fans have shared their excitement after the streamer announced a major change which will 'transform' every hit series. Many viewers watch their TV shows and programmes with subtitles, but now there is been an update to the service which sees subtitles show just the words spoken, and nothing else. The new adaptation was rolled out on the fifth and final season of You, released last Thursday, and Netflix plans to add it to all its original shows from now on. Early testers reported a smoother reading experience, Netflix said, saying it was less 'obtrusive' - and fans have now also taken to social media to express their delight at the new feature. One user said on X: 'Finally, a win for subtitle lovers! No more getting distracted by every door creak and ominous music cue. 'Netflix is stepping up its caption game with a cleaner, more streamlined experience. Less chaos, more clarity.
